Reasons why to stay: Established in 1913, the Grande Colonial Hotel, has recently received an upgrade. This hotel has “modernized” all their guestrooms, but has kept the exterior to its original look.

This hotel offers daily guest passes to the La Jolla Sports Club, which is within walking distance of the hotel.

Things to do around here: Head on over to Balboa Park or visit the #1 zoo in the world, the infamous San Diego Zoo!